Hi, I'm Kartik Yedumbaka

Self-taught Programmer Since 12

Building apps, websites, games, and systems designed to solve real problems and make technology more useful in everyday life.

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About Me

I’m a self-taught programmer who started coding at 12, driven by curiosity and a deep passion for building things that make life better.

Over the years, I’ve developed experience across web development, application development, game development, and systems programming. But beyond the technical stack, my core motivation has always been the same: using technology to improve people's lives through efficiency and moments of joy.

Many of my projects reflect this mission. Whether it’s building tools that help students stay on top of deadlines, designing clean and intuitive interfaces, or developing systems that simplify complex workflows, I aim to create software that reduces friction and empowers people.

I believe great technology should feel seamless, not overwhelming. Like a bicycle for the mind. Every project is an opportunity to learn and refine my craft while empowering others with tools that genuinely improve their everyday experiences.

Experience

Full-Stack Software Engineer

Codelab at UC Davis · Davis, CA

Jan 2026 – Present

Built full-stack applications for clients including Google, delivering features over a 16-week period.
Collaborated with a 20-member team across development, design, and testing to ship features on schedule.
Dedicated 10+ hours/week to hands-on software development, version control, and code review practices.

Next.jsTailwind CSSBrightSpot CMSAgile Development

Software Engineer

#include at UC Davis · Davis, CA

Jan 2026 – Present

Partner with local clients to design and deliver custom software solutions tailored to their business needs.
Translate client requirements into clean, maintainable code through close collaboration and iterative feedback.
Contribute across the full development lifecycle — from scoping and architecture to implementation and delivery.

Next.jsWeb Development

Full-Stack Software Engineer

CS Tutoring Club at UC Davis · Davis, CA

Oct 2025 – Present

Enhanced a full-stack Next.js app serving 1,000+ active users to improve speeds.
Optimized app performance by 40% through updating full-stack infrastructure.
Implemented features, fixed bugs, and improved performance to fit the needs of the club.

Next.jsSQLAWS

Software Developer

Basement LA · Los Angeles, CA

Aug 2025 – Present

Developed a fully custom Shopify e-commerce site that helped facilitate $200,000+ in sales.
Managed end-to-end development including planning, design implementation, and deployment.
Continuously build and deploy new store features, improving UX and aligning with client goals.

ShopifyTypescriptClient Communication

Full-Stack Software Engineer

NoctemAI (Startup) · Davis, CA

Nov 2025 – Jan 2026

Built a Next.js web app to analyze payloads and optimize delivery routes.
Developed an AI dispatcher to automate and streamline broker–driver communications.
Integrated Supabase backend to provide real-time load tracking and routing.

Next.jsSupabaseTailwind CSS

Private Computer Science Tutor

Private Tutoring · Remote — Oak Park, CA

Nov 2024 – May 2025

Provided one-on-one C++ tutoring to student.
Simplified advanced programming concepts into clear, approachable lessons.
Delivered a personalized learning experience that improved the student's understanding and confidence.

C++Tutoring